F-Prot Review: Antivirus Software Review

Overview

As a company F-Prot has been around since at least 1999, making them one of the survivors in an increasingly crowded and competitive field. They have actually managed to simplify the entire process of purchasing and offering anti-virus programs down to the bare essentials by only offering a single product. There are, of course, a number of different variations designed to work with particular computer systems. They even offer multiple licenses as a standard feature and the service fully protects users from threats such as viruses, spyware, worms, Trojans, rootkits, and more.

Features & Highlights

The anti-virus software offered by F-Prot is very reliable, powerful, and easy to use. It has a lot of features that will help keep you safe whether you are browsing the internet or just using your home computer. Users will be protected against everything from viruses to spyware, worms, Trojans, and rootkits. Additionally, the program uses a type of detection algorithm known as heuristic detection, which means that the scanning engine will actually examine any potential threats based on the activities and actions. This makes it much easier (and more accurate) to identify true malware since they often attempt to conceal themselves. All of the malware definitions stored in their database are updated in real-time, so you will always be completely protected and up to date. Emails and attachments are also scanned before being sent to your inbox. This helps defend against spam and also phishing attempts.

F-Prot does not actually offer an upgraded version right now. However, there is a corporate or business version that offers a surprisingly strong level of protection and control. This includes being able to manage all virus signature file downloads, even sending this task to a single machine. They have also received a 100% VirusBulletin test score.

Internet Security Suite

While there is not a specific Internet Security Suite or other product offered by F-Prot at this time, there are a number of other versions available. These are actually specific to the type of computer or operating system that is being used. As a home user, this means any of the Windows-based operating systems (no Mac versions at this time). Business users could choose between Linux or BSD workstations as well. It will also work on Exchange Servers and Solaris machines. Of course, each of these includes full documentation (along with a command line scanner).

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Pricing Concerns

Even the basic version of the F-Prot home software comes standard with a license for 5 different computers. This certainly makes it versatile and valuable, knowing that you will not need to pay again if you want to simply protect another computer. The business option is also quite reasonable in price, especially when you consider that it comes with the same 5 computer license as a standard feature. The real question is whether or not these pricing options actually offer you real value for the money. Take a look at all the features offered and then compare this to the cost.

Customer Support

If you every have an inquiry, feel free to visit the comprehensive help center. This has an extensive database of frequently asked questions (and answers) along with a user forum. That forum can be a great way to not only get help and advice, but to interact with your fellow users. The company also encourages users to submit suspicious files, requesting that the technical department take a look. The email and ticket-based system are also quick to supply helpful and relevant answers to all queries.

Ease of Use

If you are interested in simply downloading the software, installing it and then walking, this is for you! Really, the process is quite automatic and very quick. Now, if a user wishes to take more control, it is certainly possible to schedule scans and even establish your specific preferences and parameters. Of course, all of the scanning and removing of threats are done seamless in the background, without system performance showing any sign of slow down one bit.

Bottom Line

This is a solid anti-virus and overall security program. It can accommodate users of all ability levels from beginners to highly advanced. The features allow for full protection from a wide range of threats.

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